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Effectiveness of teaching and learning depends on selection of the methods, strategies and activities carried out by teachers with students. Teaching and learning methods that can attract students will have a positive impact on students’ achievement, especially students with special learning needs. This concept paper focuses on the context of the play-based learning method by discussing the definition and theory of this method for students with special learning needs. Through this discussion, it will provide an overview of the importance of using this method for students with special learning needs. The discussion on the importance of this method can be seen from the aspects of cognitive, language and communication proficiency as well as social skills of students with special learning needs. This concept paper can provide educators with the strategies used in play-based learning method for students with special learning needs. Indirectly, it also helps educators in diversifying teaching and learning methods in the classroom according to the suitability and level of their students.
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To Cite this Article: Norok, N. M., & Khairuddin, K. F. (2023). Conceptualizing Play based Learning Method for Students with Special Learning Needs. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 12(3), 323–329.
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